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1 Friday Services start at 7:30 PM Saturday Services start at 10:30 AM December, 2018 A Reform Congregation Volume 13, Issue 6 This year, the first night of Chanukah will be on Sunday evening, December 2. Be sure to attend the candle lighting ceremony in Valor Park in Market Common at 5:30 P.M. on that date and the Chanukah Happening at Temple Shalom on Sunday afternoon, December 9. The following are some commonly asked questions about Chanukah: How is the holiday spelled in English? In Hebrew, it is always spelled the same way. But because there is more than one possible English letter equivalent for some Hebrew letters, there are various ways it is spelled in English. The major problem is that there is no English letter or combination of English letters that has the guttural sound used in pronouncing the name of the holiday. Chanukah is my preferred spelling. But Hanukah, Hanuka, Hannukah and Hanukkah are also possibilities. Sometimes when an H rather than a Ch is used for the first sound, a. is placed under the H to indicate the guttural sound. How significant is the holiday? It is post-biblical and was traditionally considered a minor holiday. But Judaism has evolved as a religion and it became more important with the passage of time, perhaps in response to a Christian holiday which occurs about the same time of year. Why do we celebrate the holiday? The holiday commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple by Judah the Maccabee and his followers on the 25 th day of Kislev in the year 165 B.C.E. after its desecration by the forces of King Antiochus, a Syrian king who was a proponent of Greek culture. King Antiochus ruled over a Syrian empire, including the land of Judea. He wanted all of his subjects to adhere to Greek culture and religious practices. He outlawed Jewish rituals and installed statues of Greek gods in the temple in Jerusalem. In 168 B.C.E., there was a Jewish revolt led by the Maccabees, which, after three years, was successful in routing the forces of King Antiochus. The temple was cleansed of Greek gods and rededicated as a Jewish temple. The word Chanukah means dedication. Why is the holiday celebrated for eight days? Most scholars believe the holiday is celebrated for eight days because King Solomon dedicated the first temple on the holiday of Sukkot which, when Sh mini Atzeret is added on, lasts for eight days and Judah the Maccabee wanted to emphasize the importance of his rededication of the temple. However, there is a legend that the festival was instituted for eight days because the pure olive oil found in the temple, though sufficient for only one day, miraculously burned for eight days, which allowed time for a new supply to be obtained. Why is the holiday important? If the Maccabees had not been successful, Judaism might have been wiped out. Chanukah should be celebrated as a holiday of religious freedom. How should the Chanukah menorah (Chanukiah) be lit? The lights are inserted into the menorah from right to left, but the actual lighting is from left to right, beginning with the most recently added candle. What foods are traditionally eaten on Chanukah? Foods made with oil. Potato latkes are a holiday favorite. In Israel, a type of donut is eaten. Chag sameach. Happy holiday. Rabbi David Weissman Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

2 2 SHABBAT SERVICES We meet at 4023 Belle Terre Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC. Parking is located in front and in back of the building. PO Box Myrtle Beach, SC (843) 903-ONEG (6634) TempleShalomMyrtleBeach.org Rabbi David Weissman President Vice President Treasurer Secretary At Large: A Reform Congregation Board of Directors Lily Ann Revitch Cookie Brenner Michelle Foels Mary Lehman Marc Kaplan Linda Post Laurie Ward Felice Breidner Gabe Brenner David Stoller Norbert Flatow Sheila Honer Flo Pflaster Natalie Kramer Joan Paxton Committee Chairpersons Calendar & Bulletin Dave Pflaster Dine & Schmooze Felice Breidner Natalie Kramer Education Rabbi Weissman Finance Lily Ann Revitch House Committee Gabe Brenner Membership Burt Kramer Oneg Flo Pflaster Publicity Burt Kramer Ritual Chairman Burt Kramer Webmaster Dave Pflaster Food Bank Chair Bill Weiselberg Yahrzeit Notices Felice Breidner Sisterhood Vice President Wendy Margulies Our Friday evening services begin at 7:30pm. There is an Oneg after services. On Saturday mornings services begin at 10:30 am. A small Kiddush is celebrated after services. Dear Members Ze'ev and I wish you all a Happy Hanukkah full of joy and family. Once again Sisterhood will be doing the Hanukkah Happening at the Temple on December 9th. Please look at your for all other information on the happening. At our next Board meeting in January, we will be discussing the security of our Temple. Our new committee is taking this matter very seriously. We have already implemented the first phase of our plan. The Temple doors will be locked at the start of all services as well as any other functions held at our Temple. So be on time or knock on the door if you arrive a little late. We know this might be of some inconvenience but safety is our first concern. Santee Cooper is installing a new light in our parking lot and the safety lights will be left on over the driveway from dust to dawn. We had the building inspected for safety and these were a few of the recommendations. More will be discussed at the next board meeting Our other concern is the beautification of the front of our building. There is much that can be done and the committee is looking into this part of the plan. As we start the new year on January 1st, please start to give some thought to what YOUR role will be in the functioning and running of TEMPLE SHALOM. My term of office will come to a close at the end of our fiscal year. We have good and capable people in our congregation. I know we will continue with great leadership as we have from the beginning. Lily Ann Revitch. President Temple Shalom

3 3 Brotherhood News The newly formed Brotherhood of Temple Shalom met on Monday, November 4 at the Golden Coral to discuss it s future. The meeting was attended by Norbert Flatow, Dave Pflaster, Burt Kramer, Rabbi David Weissman, Bill Weisselberg, Steve St. Clair, Dave Stoller, Steve Firestone and Max Mayer. There are seven additional members that could not attend: Marc Kaplan, Robert Post, Sandy Lempert, Ed Salander, Zev Revitch, Lou Chanin and Gabe Brenner. We strongly encourage ALL men, members and non-members of Temple Shalom and their friends to join the Brotherhood. Our next meeting will be On Tuesday, December 4 at 10:00 AM. However before the meeting volunteers of The Brotherhood will convene at the Temple to clean the building and possibly the outside of the building in preparation for the Hanukah event. We will have brunch somewhere after the work. Gabe Brenner has agreed to provide a listing of what needs to be done. We encourage as many members and non members to join us on that day. The Brotherhood s mission is to nurture friendship among its members and to support and promote the goals of Temple Shalom. For any additional information, contact: Norbert Flatow: nflatow@aol.com Tel: Mi Sheberach list We all pray that those who are mentioned on the Mi Sheberach list each Shabbat regain their health and continue to join us. However, Beginning immediately, persons whose names are on the list will be mentioned each Shabbat for a period of 30 days. If you want to extend that mention beyond the 30 days, please contact Rabbi Weissman each month as appropriate. As always, at Shabbat services you can add a name to the Mi Sheberach list. ONEG NEWS Thanks to all of you every Oneg in 2018 was provided for with delicious snacks and great socialization! So let's continue the tradition into Almost all dates are open at this time. If you are new or haven't done an Oneg in awhile and want some help, just ask me. If you want to do an Oneg to celebrate a special occasion, or honor a loved one's Yahrzteit let me know. Dave and I wish you all a Happy Chanukah! Flo Pflaster

4 4 SISTERHOOD CORNER It s almost time...for Hanukkah Happening...one of Sisterhood s most enjoyable events of the year! Please join us for latkes, other seasonal and holiday treats, songs, games and prizes. We re getting together at the Temple at 4pm on December 9. Look for our flyer in this newsletter for the all-important details. After enjoying Hanukkah, please plan to attend our new fundraiser, The Purses and Pearls Auction and Tea, on January 13. A detailed flyer will be going out very soon. We will be holding a Chinese Style Auction of gently used and new purses, wallets, and jewelry generously donated by our members. There is a collection box at the Temple for you to drop off donations at your convenience. This event is open to members, non-members and friends of Temple Shalom. Our annual Holiday/Hanukkah Luncheon will take place on December 6. Meet other Sisterhood members at BLUEBERRY S Grill at Barefoot Landing at 11:45. Please call Meryl Chiarello at to reserve your seat. This is a pay-as-you-go event. It looks like we ll have a great turnout! Don t forget to purchase Sisterhood Tribute Cards to celebrate special events and occasions in the lives of your relatives and friends. These cards are also appropriate for sympathy and get well messages. Please contact Miriam Feiden at to arrange for your purchase. If you haven t yet purchased your 2019 Attractions Book, it may not be too late! Please call Cookie Brenner at to check on availability. Thanks to everyone for supporting your Sisterhood by participating in events and fundraisers. With your help, we ll continue to help make Temple Shalom thrive. Please do not hesitate to call me at with any comments, suggestions or questions. Regards, Wendy Margulies Vice-President Thank you for all of the visits, phone calls and cards that meant so much to Sam and me during his illness. The overwhelming attendance at his funeral and during shiva, along with the abundance of food sent to us and donations made in Sam s memory were so meaningful to me and my family. Also very important to us are those who made calls to notify others of Sam s passing and who shopped and set up for the shiva luncheon. A special thank you to Rabbi David and Mary for interrupting their vacation to officiate at the funeral. Sam loved Temple Shalom and all of you who have always made it a second family to us. Now I am finding comfort and caring from everyone. It means so much to me and my children to know I am getting so much support. Love and gratitude from Felice and Family

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7 In Memory Of: Sam Breidner, Cookie & Gabe Brenner Linda & Bob Post Irene & James Klein Michelle & Shelley Foels Lily Ann & Ze'ev Revitch Eric Selig Flo and David Pflaster Sybil & Fredi Jakob Bobbie & Mike Guseman Janet Cohen Sandy & Maryann Lempert Beth Crow Lou & Lynn Sostrin Steve Firestone Natalie & Burt Kramer Ina & Art Falk Marlo & Bernard Surovsky, Arthur Rich, Irene & James Klein Michelle & Shelley Foels Felice & Sam Breidner Flo and David Pflaster Lily Ann & Ze'ev Revitch Ina & Art Falk Sandy & Maryann Lempert Rita Radner, Mother of Felice Breidner, Felice & Sam Breidner Nathan Breidner, Uncle of Sam Breidner, Felice & Sam Breidner Dora Ungar, Grandmother of Lynn Kamchi, Lynn Kamchi Edward Berkson Father of Laurie Ward, Laurie & Mike Ward Shirley Pesses, Mother of Irene Klein Ina & Art Falk Else Flatow Mother of Norbert Flatow Sue & Norbert Flatow Joseph Samler Father or Jessica Forman Jessica Forman Linda Wilson Mother of Michelle Foels Lily Ann & Ze'ev Revitch Linda Wilson Mother of Michelle Foels Cookie & Gabe Brenner Tobey Honer, Mother of Phil Honer Phil & Sheila Honer Charles Falk Brother of Arthur Falk Ina and Arthur Falk Tillie Falk Mother of Arthur Falk Ina and Arthur Falk Menachem Hamerov Grandfather of Ze'ev Revitch Lily Ann & Ze'ev Revitch 7 December Yahrzeits Charles Falk Brother of Art Falk 2 Menachem Hemerov Grandfather of Ze'ev Revitch 4 Harriet Spillers Sister of Mary Lehman 5 George Topaz Father of Lynn Sostrin 8 L.S. (Jimmy) Firestone Father of Steve Firestone 8 Tobey Honer Mother of Phil Honer 9 Arlene Goldberger Sister of Sheila Komito 10 Henry Levine Father of Susan Marks 12 Josephine Reid Sister in law of Beth Crow 15 Michel J. Ciesla Father of Maryann Lempert 30 Ronald Stoller Brother of David Stoller 31 Ann Levine Mother of Susan Marks 31 Birthday Burt Kramer December 1 Natalie Kramer December 17 Bob Post December 19 Beth Crow December 23 Marianne Chiocco December 26 Felice Breidner December 28 In Honor Of: Bat Mitzvah of Shelley Foels, Irene & James Klein Bat Mitzvah of Shelley Foels, Michelle & Greg Foels 50th Anniversary of Irving & Joan Bierman, Lily Ann & Ze'ev Revitch Anniversary Marcia & Robert Jacobs December 27 From the editor s desk Deadline for January/February Bulletin is December 23, 2018 Submission is via to : djp3747@atmc.net

8 8 December Kislev 23 TEvet SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Morning Service 10:30AM KISLEV 2 5:30 PM Menorah lighting at Valor Park in Market Common AM Brotherhood meets at Temple 6 11:45 AM Sisterhood Chanukkah Luncheon at Blueberry Grill Barefoot Landing 7 Service: 7:30 PM Oneg: Sheila Komito yahrzeitsister - Arlene Goldberger Morning Service 10:30 A.M. 24 KISLEV 25 KISLEV 26 KISLEV 27 KISLEV 28 KISLEV 29 KISLEV 30 KISLEV PM Hanukkah Happening at our Temple Service: 7:30 PM Oneg: Mickie Feiden Birthday Morning Service: 10:30 A.M. 1 TEVET 2 TEVET 3 TEVET 4 TEVET 5 TEVET 6 TEVET 7 TEVET :30 PM Adult Ed Service: 7:30 PM Oneg: Betty Wiese Morning Service 10:30 A.M. 8 TEVET 9 TEVET 10 TEVET 11 TEVET 12 TEVET 13 TEVET 14 TEVET TEVET 16 TEVET. Service: 7:30 PM Oneg: Mary Lehman TEVET 23 TEVET 17 TEVET 18 TEVET 19 TEVET 20 TEVET 21 TEVET

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10 10 PO Box Myrtle Beach, SC To: Please Use This Form For Donations Please accept my donation in the amount of $ to the fund specified below. General Fund Mi Shebeirach Yahrzeit Other Rabbi s Fund High Holy Day Fund High Holy Day Book Inscription $36 Mishkan T'filah $50 In Honor / Memory/On the Occasion of Please send an acknowledgement to: Name Address City State Zip